2005 AC Cobra vs. 1971 Simca 1301
To start off, 2005 AC Cobra is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Simca 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Simca 1301 would be higher. At 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 AC Cobra (350 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 299 more horse power than 1971 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1971 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 AC Cobra weights approximately 52 kg more than 1971 Simca 1301. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 AC Cobra (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 AC Cobra | 1971 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | AC | Simca |
| Model | Cobra | 1301 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3506 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1062 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2530 mm |
